(Archived) Clinical Pharmacist

GTW Consultants & Associates {PS..0} Company Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist Clearance: Background / NACI Location: Fort Benning, GA Reports To: Program Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Full Time, Prepared Date: 05-26-2016 Approved Date: 05-26-2016 Executive Order 13495, The Non Displacement of Qualified Workers Under Service Contracts provide first right of refusal to incumbents on contracts. If the position is accepted by the incumbent on the job, other application/resume of non-incumbents will not be reviewed. Summary: The Clinical Pharmacy will serve as a primary health care provider in the clinical pharmacy setting; providing a full scope of healthcare services for patients with both acute and chronic illnesses and conditions covering the entire spectrum of medicine. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position) Provide pharmacy services in accordance with federal laws, laws of the State of Georgia where applicable), Joint Commission Medication Management standards, the MTF Formulary, and the MTF Pharmacy policies and procedures. Provide information relating to pharmaceuticals to the MTF patients and clinic practitioners, as requested. Pharmaceutical expert and pharmacy consultant to healthcare team. Assure that drugs are stored properly and that adequate records are maintained to include records of controlled substances classified as such by The Controlled Substance Act (Title II of the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970) and/or those drugs designated by the MTF commander as locally controlled drugs. Process and dispense prescriptions written for eligible beneficiaries when applicable per Department need Dispense medications with the proper patient counseling on side effects, indication, contraindications, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, and consumer education. Comply with the Controlled Substances Act of 1970 (21 U.S.C. 801 et seq), and be responsible for the security of drug therapy from the time of receipt until dispensing from the Pharmacy to the user. Dispense only drugs, medications, and devices approved by the FDA. Neither requisition, purchase, store, dispense, nor administer investigational drugs as defined in AR 40-2, Army Medical Treatment Facilities General Administration, Chapter 7. Assist with supervision of work performed by pharmacy technicians. Maintains professional conduct when dealing with patients, staff and co-workers. Maintains patient information in accordance to MTF and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) policy. Participates in clinical education programs and in clinical staff quality improvement functions as prescribed by Chief, Department of Pharmacy. Attend periodic meetings of department staff to review and evaluate the care and treatment provided to patients. Comply with the MTF quality control program and the standing operating procedures of the MTF. Participate in clinical and quality review processes as determined by hospital policy. Serve as a primary health care provider in the clinical pharmacy setting; providing a full scope of healthcare services for patients with both acute and chronic illnesses and conditions covering the entire spectrum of medicine. HCP completes all ambulatory data module (ADM) outpatient encounters correctly within seventy-two (72) hours of patient encounter. HCP complies with hospital training, policies, and procedures. The contract HCP shall also complete all training in APEQS within the timeframe required. Non-Essential Duties: Other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibilities: NONE Minimum Qualifications: ( To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily .) Be a graduate of an accredited College of Pharmacy. Be licensed as a Pharmacist with a current valid, full and unrestricted license in one of the U.S. 50 states, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam or the US Virgin Islands which must be maintained in a current status throughout the term of the contract. Have completed a pharmacy residency OR 1-2 years of clinical pharmacy experience. Must have and maintain current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification during the contract period of performance. Certification must be obtained through an American Heart Association approved training program. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Pharmacists shall be able to read, write, and speak English well enough to effectively communicate with patients and other Health Care Providers. Knowledge of electronical medical record system. Pharmacists shall be required to meet Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements. The Pharmacists shall be able to type and have had experience using computers, but will not be required to type a certain amount of words per minute. Knowledge and comfortability with computer software and databases. Able to learn CHLTA, and other government database systems where applicable. Knowledge of Joint Commission, HIPAA and Privacy Act confidentiality statutes and regulations. Diversity: Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. Ethics: Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment. During visits to areas of operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise. Chenega Corporation and family of companies is an EOE. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled Native preference under PL 93-638. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.